Leadership transition is one of the defining moments in the life of any church or organisation. Done well, it can release new energy, reach new generations, and carry the mission forward with renewed momentum. Done poorly, it can undo decades of faithful work in a matter of months.

Mark Conner writes from direct experience. CityLife Church in Melbourne has navigated three leadership transitions across its fifty-year history — and Mark has been both a recipient and a giver of that baton. His writing is shaped by what he has lived, observed, studied, and learned the hard way.

The book covers the biblical foundations of succession, principles drawn from church history, practical frameworks for planning and executing a transition, and honest guidance on leading a congregation through the inevitable uncertainty of change. A detailed FAQ section addresses the questions leaders and boards most commonly face.

Compact, readable, and deeply practical, Pass the Baton is essential reading for any senior leader, board member, or emerging leader thinking seriously about the future.